Floating Islands with Raspberry Coulis

Whisked egg whites poached in water, served on a fresh raspberry coulis with toasted almonds and homemade caramel shards.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1269.8 kcals 1269.8 kcals
Carbohydrates 242 grams 242 grams
Fat 30.6 grams 30.6 grams
Protein 19.4 grams 19.4 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
1 person
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
100
g
Caster Sugar
For the caramel shards
2
tsp
Icing Sugar
For the coulis
110
g
Caster Sugar
For the meringues
Fruits
150
g
1
squeeze
Lemon Juice
Freshly squeezed
NutsSeeds
55
g
Almonds
Toasted
Other
2
piece
Egg Whites
Free-range

Steps

  • Heat 100g sugar in a saucepan until it dissolves and turns into a deep caramel.
  • Drizzle the caramel onto non-stick paper using an oiled spoon and let it cool.
  • Toast the almonds in a dry pan over medium heat until golden.
  • Blend raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a processor until smooth.
  • Sieve the fruit mixture to remove seeds.
  • Whisk egg whites in a clean bowl until stiff peaks form.
  • Gradually whisk in 110g caster sugar until the mixture is thick and glossy.
  • Poach teaspoonfuls of meringue in boiling water for 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Spread coulis on a plate, top with meringues, and garnish with almonds and caramel shards.